The Foundation of Twelve Step Theology

BySkip Moen, Ph.D.

unloving, irreconcilable, malicious gossips, without self-control, brutal, haters of good, 2 Timothy 3:3 NASB Without self-control – “Hello. My name is Skip and I’m an addict. I admit that I am powerless over ­­­­_________.” Such is the typical introduction in a Twelve Step group. Paul would approve, but with one caveat. The word Paul chooses…

The Fearless Moral Inventory

BySkip Moen, Ph.D.

Every Christian must be a Fourth Step person.  In case you aren’t familiar with the Twelve Steps, number Four is “take a fearless moral inventory.”  Scrupulously examine your life and lay it all bare before the throne of grace and the cross of Christ.  Of course, the Twelve Steps doesn’t actually say to strip yourself…